Hearn's Cycling and Fitness is a popular store for bicycling equipment and a meetup for cycling enthusiasts. Opened in 1896, the store is the oldest business in Asheville and the oldest continuously-run bicycle shop in the nation.

Mother Earth Produce is a year-round delivery service that provides fruits and vegetables from local farmers to customers. The business is run by two people and encourages people to eat locally-grown food.

Girls on the Run of Western North Carolina is a non-profit organization that inspires young women to be joyful, healthy, and confident. The event takes place twice a year and participants train for a 5k race, learning self-confidence and making friends along the way.